Jigsaw puzzles are a great way to pass the time while also exercising your brain muscle [1]. After a while, you begin to develop strategies like organising by border pieces, arranging stacks by colour, or focusing on one specific area and building out from there. And if you consider yourself somewhat of a puzzle master, sit tight, because we've rounded up some puzzles that make even expert-level ones seem easy. These puzzles include different themes [2] but have one thing in common: their level of difficulty is very, very high. While a puzzle with fewer than 150 pieces doesn't sound too daunting, what if every piece was clear [3]? Or what about a 1,000-piece puzzle with a multitude of colours [4] — or lack of colours! — and you've got yourself a challenge. Keep reading to shop 11 mind-boggling puzzles for those looking for a serious challenge. Good luck!
Disney Snow White Jigsaw Puzzle
Already binge-watched your favourite Disney films? Keep your Disney love going by trying to solve this 1,000-piece Disney Snow White Jigsaw Puzzle [6] (£14), which depicts all the highlights from the 1937 classic.
London Jigsaw Puzzle
There is a lot going on in this London Jigsaw Puzzle [7] (£15), so tackle it at your own risk!
Gradient Jigsaw Puzzle
This Gradient Jigsaw Puzzle [8] (£20) is as challenging as it is colourful as each box includes 1,000 pieces. Plus, it's circle shaped!
Famous Felines Jigsaw Puzzle
This 1,000 piece Famous Felines Jigsaw Puzzle [9] (£14) is challenging, sure, but cat lovers will be delighted as they reveal distinguished kitties like "Coco Catnel" "Jane Pawsten," and "Emily and Charlotte Brontail."
Disney Characters Stained Glass Jigsaw Puzzle
Only true Disney-lovers will be able to solve this 2,000-piece Disney Characters Stained Glass Jigsaw Puzzle [10] (£64). While you're working on the puzzle, go ahead and throw on your favourite Disney movie!
The Beatles Sergeant Pepper Jigsaw Puzzle
Assemble this complex 1,00-piece jigsaw puzzle to discover cover art for The Beatles' Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album from 1967. The The Beatles Sergeant Pepper Jigsaw Puzzle [11] (£15) is a true puzzle collector's dream.
World of Frida Kahlo Jigsaw Puzzle
Put together 1,000 pieces to reveal a true work of art, the World of Frida Kahlo Jigsaw Puzzle [12] (£15), which includes imagery that references her life, her art, and her career.
Waterloo Station Puzzle
This Waterloo Station Puzzle [13] (£13) comes with 1,000 pieces that will challenge any skilled puzzler. Each building varies from colour to texture, making you feel like you're in the hustle and bustle of London's Southern Railway.
Map of the Universe Puzzle
If you thought a gradient or ombré puzzle was hard, just wait until you try to solve Map of the Universe Puzzle [14] (£17). These 1,500 black pieces will leave you puzzled!
Astrology Puzzle
A challenging of astrological proportions, literally. Tackle this Astrology Puzzle [15] ($£14.50) and soon enough, all 1,000 pieces and 12 zodiac signs will begin to look alike.
Clear Jigsaw Puzzle
A puzzle with 144 clear pieces — are you up for the challenge? The Clear Jigsaw Puzzle [16] (£15 - £60) is available in four levels of difficulty so you can start off easy and work your way up. The puzzle is currently on backorder, but you can still place an order to reserve one now!